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It takes courage to end a marriage after years of experiencing domestic violence. One reason some women wait so long to file is because they fear no one will believe them. When one spouse denies domestic violence during a divorce, it can create a challenging and...
One spouse's emotional abuse could inflict severe harm on a partner, leading to divorce. A partner's verbal tirades and painful comments may reach the point where a spouse feels concerned for their safety, resulting in requests for protective orders in a California...
Those who have engaged in domestic violence may have their parental rights limited or terminated by California authorities. This is because doing so can have a negative impact on their children. Witnessing an act of violence against another parent or family member may...
California police arrest thousands of residents each year on suspicion of domestic violence. Here, we'll discuss what domestic violence means in the legal realm, and how law enforcement protects victims. What is the definition of domestic violence? The US Department...
Domestic violence can take many forms, including abuse of an elder or dependent adult. An elder is a person aged 65 or older, with a dependent child aged between 18 and 64. The law in Pleasanton, California details the mental and physical domestic abuse that can take...
Married couples in California expect to be happily wed for life, but this isn't always the case as there are many reasons behind divorce. It's important to know the legal grounds for divorce in the state. What are California's divorce laws? California is a no-fault...
If you reside in California and have been involved in a domestic violence incident where someone abused or threatened to abuse you, it may be advisable to seek help from the court. The court may issue a restraining order against the abuser. Types of restraining orders...
Domestic violence impacts millions of individuals, families, and children alike each year. If you have a child and are involved in a relationship that includes domestic violence in the State of California, it is essential to seek legal counsel and protection for your...
When people in California call 911 after an incidence of domestic violence, the first responders who arrive may not always have a good understanding of the situation. A study that appeared in the "Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine" found that many EMTs considered...
In many California divorce cases, domestic violence is a driving factor. Even so, many former spouses who have a history of intimate partner violence may still have to work together if they have children. How well the former spouses are able to co-parent together...
